I enjoy teaching and interaction with students. What I like best about teaching is the moment when the light bulb goes on for students and they are able to understand a concept or idea with which they have been struggling—it is amazing to watch such an event!”
Ruth M. Guzley
| Title: | Department Chair, Professor, & Graduate Coordinator |
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| Degree: | Ph.D., 1991, Communication, Arizona State University M.A., 1988, Communication, Arizona State University B.A., 1985, Communication, Arizona State University |
| Office: | Tehama Hall 430 (Office Hours) |
| E-mail: | rguzley@csuchico.edu |
| Telephone: | (530) 898-4772 |
| Fax: | (530) 898-4096 |
Brief Biography
Over 20 years of experience in business to complement academic background in organization communication. Consultant to business, non-profit, local and state government, for focus groups and research projects. Previously taught at Arizona State University and California State University, Fullerton.
Professional Affiliations
- International Communication Association (ICA)
- National Communication Association (NCA)
- Western Communication Association (WSCA)
Courses Frequently Taught
- CMST 472: Organizational Leadership and Decision Making
- CMST 602: Seminar in Communication Research Methods
- CMST 611: Seminar in Intercultural Communication
Current Interests
Commitment, physician-patient communication, democracy and communication, volunteer communication, leadership, and intercultural communication.